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Ex Human - Echo
Dans un monde au bord de l’asphyxie, les dernières ressources de la Terre sont accaparées par les plus riches. Membre de la Résistance, la capitaine Élise Shaw ne supporte pas cette injustice et combat chaque jour les puissants. Sa détermination est cependant ébranlée lorsque son supérieur la trahit. Celui qu’elle considère comme son mentor a fomenté une mission derrière son dos, au péril de la vie de plusieurs de ses hommes. Pourquoi a-t-il insisté pour enlever Echo, une Ex Human, une individue génétiquement modifiée et sans âme ? Une individue dont la seule existence suffit à terroriser la population.
Après avoir tout abandonné et erré dans le désert pendant plus d’un an, Élise croise la route d’une amie et ancienne soldate sous ses ordres. Cette dernière lui apprend que la Résistance est au plus mal et la convainc de revenir au sein de leurs troupes, au moins temporairement. Pour défendre l’idéologie qui lui tient tant à cœur, l’ex-capitaine est prête à tout et se lance dans une expédition des plus périlleuses.
Mais victime d’un guet-apens, Élise est alors contrainte de collaborer avec la responsable de sa fuite : Echo.
Après avoir tout abandonné et erré dans le désert pendant plus d’un an, Élise croise la route d’une amie et ancienne soldate sous ses ordres. Cette dernière lui apprend que la Résistance est au plus mal et la convainc de revenir au sein de leurs troupes, au moins temporairement. Pour défendre l’idéologie qui lui tient tant à cœur, l’ex-capitaine est prête à tout et se lance dans une expédition des plus périlleuses.
Mais victime d’un guet-apens, Élise est alors contrainte de collaborer avec la responsable de sa fuite : Echo.
534 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 8, 2023
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August 28, 2025
4.5 ⭐
Ex-Human-Echo by Axelle Law was everything I love in a post-apocalyptic read. The worldbuilding blew me away—so many details about how this world came to be felt realistic and well thought out. I especially loved getting to know the ex-humans, and Echo stole my heart. Her transformation from a soulless “robot” to an empathetic, deeply human-like being was masterfully written. With every chapter, she became a more endearing and relatable character.
Elise, the former captain of the resistance, was equally compelling. She faced every hardship with remarkable resilience, and I appreciated watching her grow as she learned more about ex-humans. Seeing her challenge her own stereotypes—especially as she committed to truly understanding Echo—was incredibly satisfying. By the end, she became a true defender of them
The secondary characters also had their moments to shine—they were all well-developed and memorable, which isn’t something you see in every book.
The romance? Slow-burn perfection. Echo and Elise’s connection felt real and natural, never forced, and it complemented the story beautifully without overshadowing it.
Honestly, I can’t recommend this book enough. It’s one of those rare stories that makes you fall for the world, the characters, and the love all at once. I’d happily reread it someday, which is saying a lot for me!
P. S. My review is written in English since my french isn't that good.
Ex-Human-Echo by Axelle Law was everything I love in a post-apocalyptic read. The worldbuilding blew me away—so many details about how this world came to be felt realistic and well thought out. I especially loved getting to know the ex-humans, and Echo stole my heart. Her transformation from a soulless “robot” to an empathetic, deeply human-like being was masterfully written. With every chapter, she became a more endearing and relatable character.
Elise, the former captain of the resistance, was equally compelling. She faced every hardship with remarkable resilience, and I appreciated watching her grow as she learned more about ex-humans. Seeing her challenge her own stereotypes—especially as she committed to truly understanding Echo—was incredibly satisfying. By the end, she became a true defender of them
The secondary characters also had their moments to shine—they were all well-developed and memorable, which isn’t something you see in every book.
The romance? Slow-burn perfection. Echo and Elise’s connection felt real and natural, never forced, and it complemented the story beautifully without overshadowing it.
Honestly, I can’t recommend this book enough. It’s one of those rare stories that makes you fall for the world, the characters, and the love all at once. I’d happily reread it someday, which is saying a lot for me!
P. S. My review is written in English since my french isn't that good.
December 5, 2023
Like I always say in reviews of francophone books, y'all forgive me for writing in English, but I don't do well writing in French yet.
Such an engaging reading! I tried to pace my reading so I didn't have to say goodbye to echo too soon, she's such a mood. Élise too, she's such a fierce character with so much going on. The main plot was quite interesting, it was heartbreaking and hopeless at times, but sweet and funny too, so I really wanted to see how things would end and I hope there'll be a sequel – we gotta see how much Echo will grow, but also I lowkey wanna know if the Awany will get under Proxima's skin –, but what I liked the most was how the author took her time to bring Élise and Echo together, it felt right.
I'd like to revisit everyone, especially the ex-Humans, they're really something else.
Such an engaging reading! I tried to pace my reading so I didn't have to say goodbye to echo too soon, she's such a mood. Élise too, she's such a fierce character with so much going on. The main plot was quite interesting, it was heartbreaking and hopeless at times, but sweet and funny too, so I really wanted to see how things would end and I hope there'll be a sequel – we gotta see how much Echo will grow, but also I lowkey wanna know if the Awany will get under Proxima's skin –, but what I liked the most was how the author took her time to bring Élise and Echo together, it felt right.
I'd like to revisit everyone, especially the ex-Humans, they're really something else.
September 3, 2024
Un super livre de SF pas prise de tête avec une petite romance mignonne wlw.
Hâte de voir une suite pour savoir comment vont évoluer les Ex Human
Hâte de voir une suite pour savoir comment vont évoluer les Ex Human
May 6, 2025
J'ai adoré Ex Human ; c'est devenu l'un de mes livres préférés du moment. Le décor était parfaitement installé, avec des détails visuels qui frappent. Les personnages étaient brillamment écrits, et même les secondaires avaient une réelle importance. L'évolution de la relation entre les deux protagonistes était à la fois douce et touchante, apportant de la tendresse dans un monde plutôt impitoyable. Le plot et le déroulement de l'histoire étaient également captivants, sans aucune faille dans le scénario, et l'originalité de l'intrigue m'a vraiment séduite.
September 22, 2025
4☆ Super livre, cest fluide, bien ecrit et on entre bien dans l'univers.
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